Fish make our world a better place.
But sometimes people do things that make it hard for them to live and grow.

In simple yet informative language, A PLACE FOR FISH introduces young readers to ways human action or inaction can affect fish populations and opens kids minds to a wide range of environmental issues. Describing various examples from Florida s spotted trunkfish to the Atlantic salmon the text provides an intriguing look at fish, at the ecosystems that support their survival, and at the efforts of some people to save them.

At the end of the book, the author offers readers a list of things they can do to help protect these special creatures in their own communities.

Editor reviews

1 reviews

Helping Fish and their Environment

July 06, 2018

Overall rating

4.0

Writing Style

4.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

4.0

Learning Value

4.0

A PLACE FOR FISH teaches about different fish and creatures that live in the water and ways that people can start protecting them. For example, "when people stop dumping pet goldfish into local waters, native fish can live and grow".

I love the illustrations and the details of the fish in their environment. I like that it takes two approaches to teaching. One is fun facts about different types of fish, like the hammerhead shark is over ten million years old. Second, the author explains how we can help them survive in their environment, like using a certain metal for fish hooks.

This book is a great educational tool for any child with a curious mind who likes marine life. This book can help children become more aware of their actions and switch their minds to things they can do to help.

Final Verdict: I would recommend this book to children who love fish, learning, and protecting the environment.

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